McDonald's
A°2035 S Ellsworth Rd, Mesa 85209
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-83453
Score based on 7 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history7 on record
2026
Jul 7, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed when hand washing needs to take place. PIC will review with employees.
Inspector's notes
Observed three containers of breakfast burritos with the lids on cooling in the walk-in that were prepared two hours prior to inspection ranging from 46*F to 48*F using probe thermometer, verified by person in charge (PIC). PIC removed the lids at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Predefined Comment: TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means.
Jan 7, 2026Routine2 foundationall corrected on siteB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed date marking.
Inspector's notes
Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink by the registers. Notified person in charge and they restocked at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing. Predefined Comment: Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed no toilet tissue in one of the stalls in the women's restroom. Notified person in charge and they restocked at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection. All restroom stalls must be stocked at all times with toilet tissue.
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6-302.11 - Priority Foundation: Toilet Tissue, Availability
2025
Aug 27, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
Upon re-inspection, violation #33 has been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Aug 21, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationB°
Calibrated thermometer. Discussed the sanitizer wipes in the playplace.No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
2ND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION Observed dairy creamer cold holding in the dispenser with an internal temperature of 45-48F, probe thermometer, verified by person in charge (PIC). PIC voluntarily discarded the creamer, see embargo form. Discussed the importance of maintaining cold food at 41F or less to limit pathogen growth and avoid causing foodborne illness. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS food must be maintained at 41°F or less. See violation #33. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
Inspector's notes
Observed the creamer cooler with an ambient air temperature of 48.0F, min/max thermometer, verified by PIC. The TCS food in the unit had an internal temperature of 45-48F, see violation #22. PIC discarded the TCS food in the danger zone, see embargo form. PIC will not use the refrigerator to store TCS food until the unit is maintaining 41F or less. A work order was created during the inspection. Equipment for cooling and cold holding TCS food must be sufficient in number and capacity to provide proper food temperatures (41F or below). Re-inspection 10 days.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Feb 13, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB
Calibrated thermometer. Please change the label maker to the correct time. Emailed link to ESD Food Safety Resources and “Can Restaurant Managers Talk with Sick Workers?” handout.No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed dairy creamer cold holding in the dispenser with an internal temperature of 54F, probe thermometer, verified by person in charge (PIC). PIC voluntarily discarded the creamer, see embargo form. Discussed the importance of maintaining cold food at 41F or less to limit pathogen growth and avoid causing foodborne illness. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS food must be maintained at 41°F or less. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you.https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.
2024
Feb 23, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°
This inspection was done as a result of a citizen's complaint. No evidence was found to support the allegations made in the complaint. The complainant requested to have the complaint canceled. This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailed and received Discussed with person in charge- having the McCafe unit serviced regularly.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. Weneed a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:??Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or??Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form atthe below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Carma I.
Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing. >>>Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink by the office. Notified the person in charge and they restocked at the time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge that all handwashing sinks must be stocked with paper towels at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Aug 3, 2023RoutinecleanA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed the allegations and emailed a copy of complaint # CC-23-05968.Observed a newly installed tankless hot water heater, which replaced the hot water tank, next to the 3-compartment sink. The new frozen beverage has also been installed. All tankless water heaters require final on-site approval by the Department, including tankless water heater systems designed with hot water storage tanks.Upon inspection, a remodel has taken place which may require an application and plans to be submitted, and/or additional permits. Please submit an application, supporting documentation, and fees within 5 business days. https://www.esd.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Food-Establishment-Permit-Application-Pe-307No County legal action will result from this inspection.The inspection report was emailed and confirmed during the inspection.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal. If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may: • Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or • Contact the Department using the email addresses below, o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food) o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants) o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets) o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review) Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call 602-506-6824.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Carma Ihler
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →